The Hubs support UK academics with the clinical development of gene therapies by manufacturing GMP viral vectors. Funded by @The_MRC, @lifearc1 and @BBSRC.
Great to be part of today's opening if the #GTIMC@sheffielduni and meet some inspirational individuals and their families benefitting from such therapies @GeneTherapyHubs
We are honoured to have HRH The Princess Royal open our Gene Therapy Innovation and Manufacturing Centre (GTIMC) at the @sheffielduni today.
This new facility will accelerate life changing treatments for rare and inherited diseases.
@The_MRC@lifearc1
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Excited to be attending the @Phacilitate Advanced Therapies Europe conference next week!
Our BD Manager Charlotte will be at Both 22, with the @GeneTherapyHubs.
Visit us to discuss your cell & gene therapy needs & to arrange a meeting please email [email protected]📧
Read our full article to learn how this strategy aims to cultivate a highly skilled workforce and advance the UK’s leading position in gene therapy development. Follow the link to read the full article: https://t.co/MCefUgR34i
Gene therapy is emerging as a revolutionary approach to treating a wide range of diseases yet faces a critical skills shortage. One year on from the launch, Professor @DrQasimRafiq reflects on the IHfGT’s Skills Strategy.
Key highlights:
· Aligning IHfGT’s training activity with other national training programs
· Leveraging COVID-19 lessons for biomanufacturing
· Comprehensive courses and financial support to ease student and trainee access to the field.
Discover the transformative power of science at the Cheltenham Science Festival though the eyes of the summer communications intern at LifeArc @lifearc1, Mariya Spatar.
From engaging in interactive activities to attending an inspiring panel discussion, Mariya’s experience highlights the importance of making science accessible and exciting for everyone.
Discover the key insights from the “Gene Therapy: The Future of Medicine?” panel discussion at Cheltenham Science Festival, where experts explored the current state and future potential of gene therapy as a one-time treatment with lifelong effects.
Read our latest article to learn about:
· The challenges of delivering viral vectors to the correct cells
· The importance of early diagnosis
· The potential impact of AI on advancing gene therapy
As we wrap up an amazing week at Cheltenham Science Festival, we feel inspired and energised by the curiosity and enthusiasm of all attendees. Many thanks to everyone who joined us on this journey of discovery!#CheltSciFest@GeneTherapyHubs@CGTCatapult@_BSGCT@lifearc1@The_MRC
A huge thank you to everyone who attended our "Gene Therapy: The Future of Medicine?" panel session at Cheltenham Science Festival! Special thanks to our amazing speakers @bobby_gaspar, @Dr_RKarda, Dharmisha Stezaly, and moderator @vivienneparry for their insights and inspiration
Join us at @CheltSciFest on June 4th, 5:30 pm for "Gene Therapy: The Future of Medicine?" panel session featuring experts Prof Bobby Gaspar, Dr Rajvinder Karda, Dharmisha Stezaly, and moderated by science journalist Vivienne Parry.
@bobby_gaspar@Dr_RKarda@vivienneparry